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Going for the gold: Sudlersville Train Station Museum highlights local sports history
SUDLERSVILLE — Showcasing a small town with a rich history of esteemed sports, the Sudlersville Betterment Club presented exhibits of local renowned athletes at the Sudlersville Train Museum July 6. Sudlersville Community Betterment Club showcased exhibits earlier this month featuring local sports heroes, according to club secretary Ginny Moran. In addition to baseball Hall of Famer Jimmie Foxx, Sudlersville is also the claim to fame local home for Olympic archery...
Centreville awarded $280,000 Project Restore 2.0 block grant
CENTREVILLE — When Guadalupe Galindo and Carlos Olvera of Denton, met with Centreville Town Manager Carolyn Brinkley back in May, the couple had no idea that the discussion about building permits would open the door to the opportunity to receive a $280,000 Project Restore 2.0 grant to support their dream project of opening a restaurant at 102 N. Commerce Street. The corner building has been vacant for nearly two decades and is at the crossroads of N. Commerce and E. Water Streets — two of...
County historian seeks support celebrating America’s 250th birthday
CENTREVILLE — As the United States Semiquincentennial approaches in 2026, County Historian Mary Margaret Revell Goodwin sought go-ahead from the Centreville Town Council to establish an official commission to present a national birthday celebration worthy of Centreville July 18. The State of Maryland has begun planning to honor the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 2026 and is looking for assistance from every city, town and county to lend a hand to put forth their own plans, according to Goodwin. ...
Free screening of ‘Chestertown, An American Home Town for more than 350 years’
CHESTERTOWN — The Historical Society of Kent County is inviting the public to the movies on Sunday, July 28 at 2 p.m. at Emmanuel Episcopal Church’s parish hall for a screening of a film documenting life in Chestertown at two moments in history. A 1995 documentary, “Chestertown, Maryland:...
Caroline County Roadwork Delays Raise Safety Concerns as School Year Approaches
RIDGELY, MD - Ongoing roadwork on River Road in Caroline County has left many drivers frustrated, as a key section of the road has been closed for more than a month. The closure has disrupted traffic on this typically busy thoroughfare, as the county undertakes essential repairs to address significant infrastructure issues.
KCHS to offer marine services course
WORTON — Kent County Public Schools has partnered with Chesapeake College to offer a Marine Services Technician Training program this fall. Open to Kent County High School juniors and seniors, the course is designed for those interested in pursuing a career in the marine service industry. Classes will be held at Haven Harbour Marina in Rock Hall from 4:30 to 6:10 p.m. throughout the fall semester. ...
$20,000 donation received from Friends of the Kent County Public Library
The Friends of the Kent County Public Library describe themselves as a group of people who “donate hearts, hands, and more to the library we love.” This week, the Friends demonstrated the “and more” when they presented Kent County Public Library with a check for $20,000 in unrestricted funds to contribute to the library’s 2025 fiscal year budget. Since 1973, the Friends have supported the Kent County Public Library with gifts of materials, technology, educational programs, and budgetary support. Their unwavering support and generosity have...
4 from KCHS attend Boys State
WESTMINSTER — David Daniels, Harrison Gibby, Gavin Larrimore and Henry Martinez, who are rising seniors at Kent County High School, spent a week in June at American Legion Boys State on the campus of McDaniel College. They were among the 141 Maryland high school students — representing 22 counties...
Chesapeake College comes to Caroline for help funding career and technology facility
DENTON — Three representatives from Chesapeake College came before the Caroline County Commissioners on July 23 to pitch a new space that will house career and technology education. They asked the county to support a portion of about $14 million in construction costs, which is to be split between five counties. The counties’ share would account for about 25% of the total cost of constructing the facility, they said. The college hopes to secure state funding for the remaining 75%. ...
Kent County Fair captivates a county
TOLCHESTER — As 4-H volunteer Jaime Orndorff said earlier, the Kent County Fair has a little something for everyone. There were activities in every direction, beginning on Wednesday, July 17 stretching out into the weekend at the Kent Ag Center. The theme this year was Christmas in July, picked by the Junior Leader’s Council during planning. That’s why visitors saw Christmas trees in certain tents and colorful bulbs after sundown. ...
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